The KORG NTS-2 includes a variety of useful studio functions for synth users, all in a pocket-sized, elegant package that you can take anywhere. It’s an affordable, standalone Oscilloscope that also offers a dual waveform generator, spectrum analyzer and tuner. The connectivity is a great feature as it allows you to use it outside of modular systems and has through-in, so you can keep it always connected in your setup. It’s the perfect companion to visually understanding synthesis. It also comes in a simple kit that you get to build yourself—no soldering necessary, all tools are included.

The KORG NTS-2 is like the modern musician’s Swiss Army knife. It’s a useful toolset that includes Oscilloscope, tuner, FFT, and spectrum analyzer that’s accurate, intuitive, and incredibly useful. It’s also compact and easy to assemble. It provides maximum portability and flexibility by using either batteries or a USB-C power supply. The assembly process requires less than 20 minutes, no soldering needed.

With dual stereo IN, dual stereo THRU/OUT and two separate OUTPUTs, you can wire it into your synth rig and use its dual waveform generators to give yourself an extra pair of oscillators or LFOs. The display is also big, clear and bright with a visually intuitive color-coding scheme. The NTS-2’s interface is simple, clean and easy to use. Rather than twiddling knobs and trying to understand obscure parameters, you can look at your signals and understand them in a matter of seconds. That way, your artistic focus can remain where it belongs: on making your music.